New Year's Day
1–2 Jan 2026New Year’s Day in Albania is a quiet, family-centered reset after a festive night of fireworks, music, and gatherings. Streets are calmer, and many people spend the day visiting relatives or resting at home. Public offices and most businesses are closed.
Summer Day
14 Mar 2026In-lieu day off on 16 Mar 2026.Summer Day (Dita e Verës) is one of Albania’s most beloved spring festivals, celebrated especially in Elbasan. Streets fill with music, dancing, and traditional sweets like ballokume, marking the symbolic end of winter and the start of warmer days.
Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan)
20 Mar 2026This is a public holiday in Albania.
Nevruz Day
22 Mar 2026In-lieu day off on 23 Mar 2026.Nevruz Day, rooted in the Bektashi tradition, celebrates renewal and the arrival of spring. Pilgrims visit tekkes, families share festive meals, and communities mark the day with a spirit of peace and rebirth.
Catholic Easter
5 Apr 2026In-lieu day off on 6 Apr 2026.Catholic Easter is celebrated with church services, family lunches, and traditional pastries. It’s a joyful holiday for Albania’s Catholic communities, especially in Shkodra and the north.
Orthodox Easter
12 Apr 2026In-lieu day off on 13 Apr 2026.Orthodox Easter is Albania’s largest Christian celebration, marked by midnight liturgies, candlelight processions, and festive family meals the next day. The holiday blends religious devotion with rich culinary traditions.
International Worker’s Day
1 May 2026This is a public holiday in Albania.
Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)
27 May 2026Eid al-Adha (Kurban Bajram) is one of Albania’s most important Islamic holidays. Families attend prayers, share meals, and distribute meat to relatives and those in need, emphasizing generosity and community.
Saint Teresa Sanctification Day
5 Sep 2026In-lieu day off on 7 Sep 2026.Mother Teresa Day honors Albania’s most famous humanitarian. Ceremonies, cultural events, and charitable activities highlight her legacy, particularly in Tirana and Shkodra.
Alphabet Day
22 Nov 2026In-lieu day off on 23 Nov 2026.This is a public holiday in Albania.
Flag and Independence Day
28 Nov 2026In-lieu day off on 30 Nov 2026.Independence Day commemorates Albania’s declaration of independence in 1912. Flag displays, patriotic concerts, and public ceremonies create a festive national atmosphere.
Liberation Day
29 Nov 2026In-lieu day off on 1 Dec 2026.Liberation Day marks the end of World War II in Albania. It is observed with official ceremonies and remembrance events, reflecting on national resilience and history.
National Youth Day
8 Dec 2026National Youth Day remembers the 1990 student protests and the democratic movement. It’s a modern holiday tied to civic history and the role of young people in shaping Albania’s future.
Christmas Day
25 Dec 2026Christmas Day is celebrated by Christian communities with church services, family meals, and festive gatherings. Towns like Shkodra and Korça have a particularly vibrant holiday atmosphere.